Fig & Rosemary Rye Soda Bread

I am slightly obsessed by soda bread. I like the flavour a lot, but what I really love is its versatility – you can change the ingredients to give it a completely new character. I am using some rye flour here, which is an unusual addition to soda bread. It produces a slightly more dense loaf and the flavour pairs so well with the rosemary, honey and figs. Oats or a dusting of flour can top off this loaf, but brushing it with honey gives it a sticky sweet crust.